27/10/2026
Time for a more thorough introduction!
Hi, I'm Olivia the sole owner and cleaner at Orpwood & Co Cleaning Services in Launceston. Orpwood is my married name and & Co was added in memory of my late twin boys. I have just turned 24.
Before starting my own business I worked as a qualified Disability Support Worker for 3 years where I found my love for cleaning. I would often have clients say having someone come in and clean was a huge weight off their shoulders. I went on to do commercial cleaning while studying a cleaning certification. I found the late nights working alone was not really for me. I was going to move to daytime domestic cleaning when the idea of starting my own business came about instead. In June 2024 I started with $150 worth of chemicals and equipment and a borrowed vacuum. Fast forward to today I have over 40 regular clients.
About me! I've been married for over 2 and a half years now to my partner who works as an Early Childhood Educator. I own a home in Launceston and have 3 cats (Millie, Frankie and Auggie) and 2 budgies (Benson and Joseph). I have 12 tattoos, I love a good home diy project, gardening and cooking. I played soccer for 10 years at Riverside Olympic and coached an under 6 and under 16 team. I'm not a big tv watcher but if I do it's always a rom com or horror movie. I'm a big coffee drinker and believe a wheel of brie by itself is an acceptable lunch. A few years ago I was diagnosed with Lupus, IBD and Celiac disease. Unfortunately these do have an impact on running my business but I do everything I can to remain open.
Sometimes running a business does get difficult and I wonder if I should throw in the towel and close. But I am always going to give it my best and run this business as well as I can. Without the wonderful community, clients and the support of my family this business wouldn't run. I once again thank you all for your support!
Olivia